Opportunities for Graduate Studies

HIMB offers unparalleled opportunities for graduate research.

Dive In, Ask Questions, Find Solutions

At HIMB, graduate students work with leading researchers in marine science. With immediate access to reefs and cutting edge technology on island and at UH Mānoa, our students have the tools to produce field-defining science.

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For more general information about HIMB please contact:

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For information about specific graduate research opportunities, reach out to the lab you are interested in working with.

HIMB Faculty Directory

Explore Our Research Labs

The HIMB Experience

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Advance Your Science

Our students have access to hands-on training in the latest field and laboratory technologies.

Research on the Edge of Change

From cutting edge technology to co-developed research, our students‘ research makes an impact.

Meet colleagues through the Moku o Lo‘e Student Association (MoLSA)

The Moku o Lo‘e Students Association (MoLSA) is at the center of the HIMB ‘ohana (family).

Engage in community-driven research

First year students enroll in MBIO 600 which provides an introduction to place-based methodologies in Hawai‘i.

Graduate Studies at HIMB

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Moku o Lo‘e Student Association

The Moku o Lo‘e Student Association (MoLSA) supports and organizes everything from seminars and workshops to pau hana and networking events.

Learn More About MoLSA

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Dive Deeper Into Marine Science at HIMB

Explore Our Research Labs

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Coral & Coastal Resilience

Community-Engaged Research

Researcher Directory